Spring to Continue Leasing Momentum at Bridgewater Commons -A new Anthropologie and Popeyes

BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP, N.J. (March 2026) — Bridgewater Commons continues to elevate its shopping experience this year, with the January debut of a massive new Anthropologie and recent opening of Popeyes to be followed by two more new stores and two major expansions throughout 2026.

On January 28, Anthropologie made its debut in a 9,577-square-foot space on the Main Level by Bloomingdale’s, providing a stunning showcase for its full collection of fashion, home furnishings and décor, garden, and gifting. This location features Anthropologie Weddings, providing a curated selection of bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and accessories, along with specialized wedding stylists. It is Anthropologie’s only wedding service location in New Jersey.

“Anthropologie is one of the most in-demand lifestyle brands in retail, offering a uniquely eclectic and entertaining mix of artistry and quality in its apparel, accessories and decor. We’re thrilled to welcome them to Bridgewater Commons,” said Troy Fischer, senior general manager of Bridgewater Commons. “And there will be more excitement to come as we continue our reinvention of the center with the addition of more of the retail, dining and entertainment experiences that our guests want and deserve.”

On March 9, Popeyes opened a new, 644-square-foot space in the mall’s Food Court serving mouth-watering crunch and juicy fried chicken bursting with Louisiana flavor. Popeyes features AI-powered, touch-screen self-service kiosks, with over 70% usage rates in some locations, reducing wait times and increasing average check sizes. These kiosks feature a redesigned, user-friendly interface inspired by the Popeyes app, allowing for easy customization and digital, in-store ordering.

The openings are the continuation of more than two years of introducing new retail, dining, and entertainment experiences, with more to come. The second quarter will the opening of a new,1,034-square-foot Rowan studio, offering its signature safe, celebratory ear-piercing experience and a curated selection of hypoallergenic jewelry, and the reopening of global jewelry icon Pandora in a larger, 1,050-square-foot space on the Main Level near lululemon.

Planned for the third quarter is the opening of lifestyle and intimates brand Aerie in a new, expanded 9,839-square-foot store on the Upper Level, positioned as a side-by-side location with American Eagle.

Coming in the fourth quarter will be OFFLINE by Aerie, the brand’s activewear and athleisure concept, featuring apparel and accessories designed to support movement, wellness, and comfortable everyday wear. The assortment includes leggings, sports bras, bike shorts, workout tops, fleece and lounge pieces, and accessories. The 2,907-square-foot store will be located in Aerie’s former space on the Main Level.

OFFLINE will expand Bridgewater Commons’ exceptionally robust offerings of athletic and athleisure brands, which include Champs, Club Champion, Epic Kicks, Fabletics, Foot Locker, JD Sports, Lids, and Pro Image Sports, among others.

“OFFLINE by Aerie is one of the most exciting and fastest-growing brands in retail,” Fischer said. “The ability to offer three brands from the American Eagle Outfitters portfolio — American Eagle, Aerie, and now OFFLINE — to our guests is a tremendous testament to our successful modernization of our tenant mix over the last two years.”

Located along Interstate 287 at the intersections of Route 22 and Route 202/206, the 37-year-old Bridgewater Commons is Somerset County’s largest shopping, dining and entertainment destination.

Since acquiring the mall in 2023, Pacific Retail Capital Partners has implemented a strategic leasing program that has seen the additions of more than 87,000 square feet of new retailers, restaurants and service providers, including Kendra Scott, Alo Yoga, Fogo de Chão, Miniso, Pop Mart, JD Sports, Millburn Deli, Club Champion, Big Chicken, Face Foundrié, Pure Green and Summit Medical.

About Bridgewater Commons

Bridgewater Commons is one of Northern New Jersey’s premier shopping destinations, located in a vibrant suburb in proximity to New York City. The 1.2 million-square-foot shopping center features a vibrant mix of retailers and restaurants with wide consumer appeal. More than 150 brands call Bridgewater Commons home, from well-known national retailers and restaurants such as Apple, lululemon athletica, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Fogo de Chão, Seasons 52 and The Cheesecake Factory, to popular local small shops like Athletifreak, Millburn Deli and DIG. In 2023, Bridgewater Commons celebrated its 35th anniversary and was acquired by Pacific Retail Capital Partners, one of the premier owners of retail real estate in the country. For more information on the property, please visit bridgewatercommons.com or follow on social media: Facebook @BridgewaterCommons and Instagram: shopbridgewatercommons.

About Pacific Retail Capital Partners
Pacific Retail Capital Partners (PRCP) is one of the nation’s premier retail operating groups of large open- air and enclosed shopping centers, with more than $3.0 billion in assets under management across the United States. Based in Southern California, the company’s portfolio totals 24 properties encompassing over 20 million square feet. With a highly experienced team that has a proven track record of generating value its stakeholders, PRCP is dedicated to evolving real estate for the next generation by working with the communities it serves to design master plans that transform its assets into high-performing mixed-use destinations. The vertically-integrated company provides end-to-end sourcing, assessment, underwriting, valuing, developing, marketing, design and asset management services. To learn more visit pacificretail.com or follow on social media at: Facebook: @PacificRetailCapitalPartners and Instagram: @PacificRetail.

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